There’s now more time to celebrate the people and organisations making an impact in the waste and resource recovery sector, with the Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards (WIRA) extending nominations by one week.
The submission period for the Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards has been extended until 14 August, providing additional time for the industry’s leading organisations, teams and individuals to enter.
The Waste Awards, presented in parthttps://www.insidewaste.com.au/117457-2-wira/nership with Inside Waste and Waste Management Review, will recognise achievements across a broad range of categories, showcasing the individuals, and businesses helping shape the future of Australia’s waste and resource recovery sector.
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Prime Creative Media’s Head of Awards and Conferences, Caitlyn Douglas, said the extended deadline provides a valuable opportunity for the industry to put forward the initiatives, projects and achievements that have made an impact over the past year.
“Alongside the introduction of six new award categories this year, we wanted to create more opportunities for a wider range of businesses and individuals that play a vital role in the sector to submit. Extending the submission period will help ensure more of these contributions can be recognised and celebrated,” she said.
Nominations are free and open across a range of individual, project, and organisational categories.
The awards gala will be held in Melbourne on 29 October 2026 at Evoqe Events,bringing together finalists and industry professionals across Australia for a night of celebration and recognition.
To submit your nomination or view the award categories, visit the website here.